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Without immediate action, the nation could see 50,000 cases per day by mid-October say the medical and scientific officers. The PM says these measures could be in place for six months
Coronavirus
The Coronavirus pandemic hit the shores of the UK in February 2020.
The first case was confirmed on the Isle of Wight on 7th March 2020, with the second confirmed case a week later.
Below are some articles relating to the Coronavirus (Covid-19/C19) outbreak.
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An Isle of Wight high school is asking all Year 9 pupils to self isolate for 14 days after a pupil tested positive for Covid-19. Details within
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See details within for the latest Isle of Wight Coronavirus cases and deaths in the last week
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News OnTheWight has been seeking from Government the number of Mainlanders who have self-diagnosed with Covid-19 that are travelling on ferries to the Isle of Wight for testing. They won’t say. Red Funnel were more forthcoming
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The Federation of Small Businesses has teamed up with Adecco Working Ventures to help small businesses take part in the Kickstart Scheme offering work placement opportunities for young people
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The successful bid will help fund supported accommodation for homeless people on the Isle of Wight. Full details within
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Leader of the council says its unacceptable that people are being expected to travel on the ferries to get a Covid-19 test
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The MP has written to Matt Hancock to stress how the issue is more acute here on the Island if there is a need to travel across the Solent to have a test
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Some Islanders may have been confused by the council's reference to 'historical' cases in their latest Covid-19 infographic. News OnTheWight has sought a clarification
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More cases have been confirmed in the last 24 hours on the Isle of Wight. Details within
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See details within for the latest Isle of Wight Coronavirus cases and deaths in the last week. Our thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones and with the care and NHS staff who continue to work hard to help save lives.
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The Director of Public Health for the Isle of Wight joins other health chiefs on the Island who have spoken out about problems with capacity at the drive-in testing site
